AWC Commercial Window Coverings vs Floors to go Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of AWC Commercial Window Coverings vs Floors to go including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
AWC Commercial Window Coverings Franchise
Floors to go Franchise
Investment $110,000 - $120,000$34,500 - $72,250
Franchise Fee $25,000$22,000
Royalty Fee 5-12.5%-
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 19632002
Year Franchised 19922002
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
AWC Commercial Window Coverings Franchise
Floors to go Franchise
Experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options
     
    AWC Commercial Window Coverings Franchise
    Floors to go Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/Yes-/-
    Start-up Costs No/No-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/Yes-/-
    Receivables No/Yes-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    AWC Commercial Window Coverings Franchise
    Floors to go Franchise
    Training Ongoing training available-
    Support Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives-
    Marketing --
    Operations Franchise can be run from home.

    International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 16.6% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    AWC Commercial Window Coverings Franchise
    Floors to go Franchise
    US Expansion YesYes
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About AWC Commercial Window Coverings

    AWC has gone through many changes since its beginnings in 1963.
    Over almost 60 years, the AWC team has developed a proven system for environmentally safe mobile dry cleaning.

    We offer a mobile one stop shop for all new window coverings and commercial dry cleaning services.

    Our objective is to offer our customers quality products and superior service at competitive prices.

    "Almost 40 years in business has taught us that each property is individual and unique, and that our success as a company is in direct proportion to our ability to meet the individual needs of you, our customers."

    For all your dry cleaning and window covering needs.

    About Floors to go

    "Floors
    Floors To Go is a nationwide chain of locally owned and operated flooring showrooms that, through national buying power, offer a wide selection of the latest styles in top quality carpet, hardwood, laminate, tile, resilient, area rugs and window fashions. 

    At Floors To Go we understand flooring is the foundation of decorating. It sets the tone for your home and reflects your taste and lifestyle. At Floors To Go, it's our job to help you make that experience a positive one.